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Joining Up!
Mr. Wilkinson recalls the invitation he received one day after a casual game of soccer.
The tone-deaf bugler
Mr. Babcock gives a humorous account of joining the bugle band despite being tone-deaf, and “going through the motions” without ever playing a note.
The Young Soldiers Battalion
Mr. Babcock describes being assigned to the Young Soldiers Battalion, and in particular a daily ration of eight hours of parade drill served by veteran NCO's and officers.
Basic training and the Ross rifle
Mr. Babcock retraces his training in Sydenham, Kingston and Val Cartier, and compares the Ross and Lee Infield rifles.
Sleeping Conditions and Food
Mr. Keys describes the sleeping conditions and the quality of the food.
Bonds Between the Infantry
Mr. Keys describes why there is such a bond between the men in an infantry regiment.
Taking Leave in Edinborough
Mr. Keys describes the time he took leave in Edinborough.
From Artillery to Infantry
Mr. Keys describes why he transferred from the artillery to the infantry.
Army Over Navy
Mr. Keys explains why he joined the army instead of the navy.
When War Broke Out
Mr. Keys recollects being in Chicago with the merchant marine when the war broke out. He then went to Regina to visit his mother and subsequently enlisted.
Why He Enlisted
Mr. Keys explains his reason for enlisting.
The Search For Work
Mr. Keys describes what it was like looking for a job in October, 1935. He recounts going by train to Northern Ontario where he was refused work in the mines because of his weight.
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